Packaging Technician (Electrical Controls) Position Available In St. Bernard, Louisiana
Tallo's Job Summary: The Packaging Technician (Electrical Controls) position at American Sugar Refining in Arabi, LA, offers a starting rate of $42.62 per hour. The role requires an Electrical License, experience with Fanuc, and familiarity with electrical wiring and programmable logic controllers. Responsibilities include operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting packaging equipment. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and previous experience in electrical control or as a journeyman electrician. The job involves working rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime, with physical requirements such as lifting up to 50lbs and working in confined spaces. Paid vacation and sick time are provided after a ninety-day probation period. The location of the role is in Chalmette, LA. ASR Group is an equal opportunity employer that values qualifications, merit, and business needs in employment decisions.
Job Description
Packaging Technician (Electrical Controls) American Sugar Refining – 3.2 Arabi, LA Job Details From $42.62 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Electrical License Fanuc Mid-level High school diploma or GED Electrical wiring Programmable logic controllers Electrical experience Packaging Robot programming Grocery store Full Job Description ASR Group is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England and Portugal. ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize. The company’s brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle’s® and Sidul®.
OVERVIEW
The Packaging (Electrical Controls) Technician operates, installs, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs and dismantles packaging equipment and related equipment.
DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Monitors equipment operations and makes adjustments and/or repairs (mechanical and/or electrical) on various types of packaging and related equipment such as but not limited to baggers, case erectors, case sealers, packers, etc. as necessary Installs and dismantles packaging and related equipment Performs preventative maintenance work Operates various packaging equipment Reports to Supervisor the general condition of equipment and recommends replacement when necessary Responsible for keeping required records and documentation Responsible for cleanliness of machine(s) and work area Performs other duties as may be assigned
WORK EXPERIENCES
Skilled electrical experience using and troubleshooting voltages up to 480 or more in a manufacturing/industrial environment required. Must have a working knowledge of electrical test equipment, electrical circuits and power supplies, gearboxes, motors, agitators, actuators, valves, wiring and unwiring of equipment. Previous experience as an Electrical Control Technician or Journeyman Electrician is required. Experience in PLC troubleshooting, Fanuc robotic controllers, and/or hydraulic and pneumatic fields is also preferred.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or GED preferred Electrical Certification from an accredited school or university.
ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES
(KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
) Ability to: Troubleshoot and repair packaging machine problems with competent speed and accuracy under time and delivery constraints Work from electrical schematics, blueprints, drawings, sketches, layout, and other specifications both verbal and written Program and maintain coder systems, metal detectors, and check weighers square, lace, replace, and track all types of conveyor belts Align, tension, and replace all types of power transmission devices (v-belts, sheaves, chain and sprockets, bearings) utilize his/her tools and equipment in a safe and proficient manner Start the machine and observe the operation to detect malfunction(s) of the machine Work independently as well as a team player Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime Must be able to: Work within precise limits and standards of accuracy Set up and operates shop tools and perform simple metal work Use all power and hand tools normal to the trade Physical requirements include the ability to: Lift up to 50lbs Reach, push, pull, lift, carry, and manipulate materials and tools Walk, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, stoop, crawl, and climb constantly throughout the shift Reach, bend, twist, rotate, push and pull frequently; Climb up and down ladders; Work in confined spaces
HOURLY RATE
Starting Rate:
$42.62. Paid vacation and SIck time after ninty day probation period.
LOCATION OF ROLE
Chalmette, LA. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
